Jeremy Monga may yet still stay at Leicester City next season, although an apparently tempting new offer has now emerged from a Premier League club. And it is not just any outfit, but Arsenal; historically one of the very best and most trustworthy institutions for nurturing up-and-coming professionals.
​The Gunners, who have ostensibly established themselves as frontrunners in the high-stakes Monga marathon, have reportedly outlined a meticulous developmental blueprint to the player's representatives, highlighting how his transition to senior football will materialise.
Mikel Arteta's recruitment staff had better emphasise an expedited pathway to the first-team squad. That is because the ambitious forward will almost certainly reject any regressive demotion to the under-21s or reserve ranks.
Jeremy Monga makes his name
​Though, how exactly did the Coventry-born prodigy arrive at this fascinating career crossroads? Long regarded as a premium asset within the esteemed youth setup at Seagrave, the winger's meteoric Foxes trajectory was validated when he made his English top flight debut at the tender age of just 15.
​The precocious winger subsequently etched his name into footballing folklore by breaking the EFL Championship record as its youngest-ever goalscorer. Although, Leicester supporters could have actually hoped for slightly more involvement and quality from the possibly 'generational talent'.
Consequent arriving on the footballing map with general aplomb nonetheless, the 16-year-old sensation predictably found himself on the recruitment shortlist of nearly every significant European elite. Manchester United and Manchester City remain heavily enamored by his immense ceiling, while global juggernauts like Real Madrid have apparently previously monitored his dramatic ascent.
Leicester City wish to retain prospect
The King Power outfit, however, would fiercely prefer to retain their impressive stable of burgeoning starlets. Alternatively, at the very least, they wish to ensure the vanguard of their academy remains intact.
"Yet the report also added that Leicester were hoping to rebuild around their talented youngsters, with Monga foremost among them."Daily Cannon via The Telegraph
​An abundance of elite potential currently populates the East Midlands organisation; the club's hierarchy understands that, whoever is in charge, must actively utilise and develop this golden generation back in the Premier League next term. Following a dreadful campaign in tier-two, the Foxes leadership envisions building the first-team starting lineup directly around Monga's explosive talents under their next managerial appointment.
​Yet, the compelling and highly lucrative package tabled in North London, alongside lingering interest from Old Trafford, presents an incredibly alluring proposition. Navigating the intense gravity of such prestigious suitors will test the resolve of both a protective club and a heavily coveted teenager. A pro deal will ostensibly be activated by Leicester on Monga's 17th birthday.
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